Masonry Contractor in Moreno Valley - Block Walls and Repairs That Blend In
Superior Perris Concrete and Masonry builds block walls, brick and stone work, pavers and outdoor kitchens for homes in Moreno Valley, and repairs older brick, chimneys and foundations so the fix matches what's already there.
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Moreno Valley homes and the masonry they need
Moreno Valley sits right next to us, and as a masonry contractor in Perris, CA since 2017, we get a lot of calls from homes here on neighborhood streets with stucco fronts, a concrete driveway and block walls marking off the back and side yards. Some have an older brick fireplace or a planter out front, and plenty of newer ones have a bare backyard the owner wants to finish with a patio wall, pavers or an outdoor kitchen.
So many of those walls are shared with a neighbor and built from a handful of common block styles, so much of our work here is matching what's already there, the block, the cap and the color of the joints, until a repair looks like it's been part of the yard all along.
Masonry services we do in Moreno Valley
Foundation repair
If a crack is climbing the short foundation wall your house sits on, we find what's moving it before we repair it.
Chimney repair
On houses here with brick chimneys, the top usually goes first, so we rebuild loose brick and the concrete cap that sheds water off the chimney.
Tuckpointing
When the mortar joints on a brick wall or planter have gone sandy, we grind them out and refill them in a color that matches the old joints.
Brick repair
On a porch, step or wall, we cut out cracked or flaking bricks and set matching ones in, so the repair doesn't stand out from the rest.
Driveway pavers
If your concrete driveway is cracked and stained, pavers on a packed base give you a new surface you can repair one paver at a time.
Retaining wall construction
Where a yard steps down from the house or the neighbor's lot, a retaining wall holds the higher ground back, and we build it with drainage behind it.
Masonry restoration
For older brick and stone that's worn, stained or patched over the years, we clean, repoint and repair it so the whole face reads as one wall again.
Fireplace installation
If you want a fireplace in the family room or out on the back patio, we build it in brick or stone to suit the house.
Stone veneer installation
We set thin cut stone veneer over stucco entries, columns and fireplace fronts, with a backing that gives water a way out from behind it.
Concrete block walls
Block walls along back and side yards are common here, so we build new ones and rebuild leaning sections to match the wall that's staying.
Foundation block wall installation
For an addition, a garage or a raised floor, we lay the block foundation wall on its footing, with steel and grout where the plans call for it.
Outdoor kitchen masonry
A lot of backyards here have room for an outdoor kitchen, and we build the block base, counters and veneer to fit your grill and your patio.
Walkway construction
When the path from the driveway to the front door or side gate is cracked or uneven, we build a new walkway in brick, pavers or stone.
Brick wall installation
A low brick wall along a front yard or around a patio gives the house a finished edge, and we set it on a proper footing.
Stone masonry
For planters, steps, columns or a garden wall in natural stone, we fit each piece by hand so the joints are tight and the wall looks laid.
Brick pointing
If only a few joints in your brick have cracked or fallen out, we refill just those spots, and it's often a job that can wait a season.
Get a free on-site estimate in Moreno Valley
Send the form and we'll get back to you within one business day to set up a visit. I come out myself and write up a free estimate, and there's no obligation to go ahead.
- Based in
- Perris, CA 92571
- Hours
- Mon–Fri: 8 AM–10 PM, Sat–Sun: 7 AM–9 PM
Working in Moreno Valley: permits, licenses and what moves the price
Permits to build or change a structure here come from the city's Building and Safety Division, and we confirm which office covers your address first, because on a permit job the city's plan review has to clear before we start and that sets the start date. Before you hire anyone, check two things: a license with the state licensing board, and a Moreno Valley business license, which the city requires of every contractor working here, even one based in another city. We're fully licensed and insured, and I'd rather you check than wonder.
What moves the price is the size of the job, how much old block or brick we have to match, and how hard your yard is to reach, while the schedule mostly turns on whether the job needs a permit. You get your own figure in the written estimate after I've seen the job. We do the same kind of work across this part of Riverside County, down to Murrieta, and the walls, chimneys and patios we see are much the same from city to city.
Why Moreno Valley yards keep us busy
Block walls take most of the wear on a lot here, because they run the length of the yard, carry a gate or two, and often have sprinklers or a planter soaking the bottom rows of block. When a section leans or a crack opens along a joint, we look at the footing and how that section ties into the rest before we rebuild, so the new part lines up with the old.
Older brick, from fireplaces to front planters, usually wears at the joints long before the brick itself goes, and if it's only a few spots, I'll tell you when it can wait a while.
How a masonry job runs when you call us in Moreno Valley
Here's how a job goes from your first call to the walk-through at the end, so you know who you'll see and when.
Call or send a note
Call (951) 418-3037 or use the form, tell us what you're seeing, and we'll set a time to come by. A photo or two helps me show up with the right questions.
I look the job over
I come out myself, look at the wall or brick, answer your questions and write up an estimate that spells out what's included, so you can compare it with anyone else's. It helps if you're home, but for outside work you don't have to be.
We pull permits, then build
When the job needs a permit, we pull it and line up the inspections, and the city's normal review is within 12 business days once all the required documents are in. After that, I'm on the job with our crew until the work is done.
We walk it together
When we're finished, we clean up and walk the work with you. If anything looks off to you, that's the time to say so, and we'll go over it right there.
Questions about masonry contractors in Moreno Valley
How do I know if my block wall needs a permit in Moreno Valley?
A wall needs a permit if it will be higher than three feet from the top of its footing, according to the city's permit FAQ. Most privacy walls between yards run taller than that, so I'll measure what you have in mind and tell you at the estimate.
Do I need a permit for an outdoor kitchen with a patio cover in Moreno Valley?
The cover does, because the city's permit FAQ says all patio covers require a permit. If you're adding outlets or lighting, the city also lists an electrical permit for changes to the electrical system, so I sort out which permits apply when I look at your layout.
How do I apply for a building permit in Moreno Valley?
You apply through SimpliCITY, the city's online permit portal, where every permit type has to be submitted, and the division then reviews the plans and handles the inspections. If you'd rather pull the permit as the owner, I'll go over what the office asks for.
Does a masonry contractor need a state license in California?
Yes, the state licensing board requires one when the job needs a building permit, uses any additional workers, or the labor and materials come to $1,000 or more. That covers nearly any wall, chimney or patio job, so look up the license before you sign anything.
How much of a down payment can a contractor ask for in California?
On a home improvement job, the state licensing board says a contractor can't ask for or take more than $1,000 or 10 percent of the contract price, whichever is less. If someone wants more than that up front, that's a reason to keep looking.
What affects the cost of a block wall in Moreno Valley?
Length and height drive most of the cost of a block wall, because they set how much block, steel and grout goes in and how big the footing has to be. After that it's the block and cap you pick, any gates or columns, tearing out an old section, and whether we're matching a neighbor's wall, and I'll price yours on site.
Ask about your Moreno Valley project today
A quick call before you settle on a wall height or layout lets us tell you which permits it will need, so the plan you pick is one the city can sign off on.